In a stunning bay over looking the Gulf of Oman, this ultra-luxurious resort is accessed through a private man-made tunnel in the Hajar Mountains Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa offers a full-service spa complex and spacious rooms with panoramic views Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spas Arabian-inspired rooms feature private balcony, terrace, or patio facing the Arabian sea or the extensive garden Boasting 12 treatment villas, Chi, The Spa features vitality hydro pool, herbal steam room, tropical showers, an ice fountain and a relaxation area Water sports facilities are available at the private beach Other activities can be arranged by the tour desk Muscat International Airport is a 45-minute drive away Muscat City Centre Mall can be reached by car in 25 minutes The resort boasts a lazy river stretching 500 metres from Al Waha to Al Bandar hotels Cool Zone and Adventure Zone are designed to offer younger guests a variety of activities In addition to a wide range of water sports, camel and pony rides along the beach are also offered The Barr Al Jissah Resort features 8 world-class restaurants serving a variety of international cuisine A deluxe breakfast is prepared daily The BAB Lounge provides a relaxing environment for enjoying pre-dinner drinks or late-night cocktails Free WiFi is available throughout the entire resort Tours of nearby historic sites, desert safaris and boat excursions can be arranged Central Muscat is a 15-minute drive away This ecofriendly hotel hosts Turtle Ranger programme that protects and nurtures new hatch-lings and turtle nests
